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Clash of the Triads!arr. Deborah Baker
Monday. The "clash" of your favorite themes
abound in this highly entertaining arrangement.
Beethoven vs. Mozart is finally trampled by the
favorite Can-Can. Everyone will love this classical
combo of themes from Beethoven's "Fifth
Symphony," Mozart's "Eine Kleine Nactmusik,"
and Offenbach's Can-Can!
10312808 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 42.00
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Classic Bits-N-PiecesVarious/arr. Michael
Story. Wow! This collage of classic melodies
is incredibly charming, amazingly easy to put
together, and above all a wonderful choice for
your beginners! Entertaining as "all get out," the
piece also displays the arranger's talent in how
to fit everything together musically. The Hallelujah
Chorus; William Tell; Russian Sailor's Dance; Can
Can; Ode To Joy; New World Theme; Surprise
Symphony; Beethoven's Fifth and more are heard
in what will surely be the most entertaining piece
your orchestra plays all year!
2440865 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Episode K. 216W.A. Mozart/arr. Dackow.
Here's a cheerful introduction to rondo form for the
beginning orchestra. This simple but lovely Mozart
piece offers your young players to use pizzicato,
single bows and some easy slurs. It's short and
sweet and brings a sense of accomplishment!
10032762 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n Fiddling A-RoundJohn Caponegro. Featuring
simple fiddle style figures, this winning original in G
opens with pyramid entrances by each section and
a tutti presentation of the main theme before the
canonic portion begins. When the rounds conclude,
a recap of the introductory pyramid and a dramatic
ritard in unison brings everything to a satisfying finish.
988071 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
FinlandiaJean Sibelius/arr. Bullock. A great
sounding, yet simple arrangement, perfect for
broadening the musical palette of young players.
The main theme is presented without development,
maintaining the lovely simplicity of the piece.
10066520 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 42.00
n Hallelujah ChorusG. F. Handel/arr. Newbold.
End your concert with a bang and start the yearly
music tradition with your youngest musicians!
Listeners will be amazed by the authenticity of this
arrangement, which is able to capture so much of
the original that one will hardly notice the difference.
An absolute essential for all string libraries!
10066335 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
H La Rejouissance (from "Royal Fireworks
Music")G.F. Handel/arr. Meyer. Your
beginning string orchestra will feel a real sense
of accomplishment when they play this excellent
piece of Baroque literature, which has been
carefully arranged by Richard Meyer to reinforce
your students' newly-acquired slurred staccato and
hooked bowing technique. Recorded by Michigan
State University Orchestra on the CD Teaching Music
Through Performance in Orchestra, Volume 1 -
Pepper #5973728.
2282259 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 42.00
l March from Suite No. 1Gustav Holst/arr.
Michael Story. One of the first pieces written
exclusively for bands, this movement includes a
very lyrical melody reminiscent of British folk music
that lends itself perfectly for orchestral use.
10522541 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 46.00
l Military SymphonyJoseph Haydn/arr.
Christina Hans. Written for success, this simplified
arrangement has all parts in first position with basic
beginning rhythms. It is a great piece for introducing
your students to one of the great symphonies of
Austrian composer Franz Joseph Haydn!
10500806 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
H Mozart Serenade and Dancearr. John
O'Reilly. This is an excellent choice for introducing
students to the work of Mozart. The two movements
feature themes from "Eine Kleine Nachtmusik" and
one of Mozart's "Divertimenti." A great piece to
work on simple eighth-note rhythms!
2346328 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 46.00
Ode to JoyBeethoven/arr. Meyer. This is the
perfect concert opener or closer! This flexible
arrangement of Beethoven's most famous melody
works for both full and string orchestras. It's been
transposed and adapted to give all of your young
students a rewarding orchestra experience. Don't
miss your opportunity to perform this masterwork.
2442614 String Orch or Full Orch . . . 59.00
Skaters' WaltzEmile Waldteufel/arr. Meyer.
What a gem this is! Parents and students alike
will recognize this wintry waltz from old Vienna,
and it's a sure bet for any holiday concert. In fact,
it's so familiar that you can program it as a lighter
selection on any concert. And, besides being
such a crowd pleaser, there are also several good
techniques to be worked on, making this a top pick
for beginning string orchestras!
2346401 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 46.00
l Triumphant ChorusCamille Saint-Saens/arr.
Mark Hellem. It is quite extraordinary that young
musicians have the opportunity to explore the music
of Saint-Saens. This fanfare-type work will be an
exquisite concert opener.
10523482 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
l A Vivaldi School YearAntonio Vivaldi/arr. Carrie
Lane Gruselle. This remarkably clever arrangement
introduces orchestras to each movement of Vivaldi's
"The Four Seasons" as the work follows students
through the school year. Included are fun themes
representing Thanksgiving, winter break, spring
break (in Hawaii!) and graduation! Great Baroque
bowing practice sprinkled with seasonal fun!
10512550 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
William Tell OvertureGioacchino Rossini/arr.
Meyer. Finally you can treat your less-experienced
students to one of the most famous themes ever
written! This arrangement makes Rossini's music
readable and playable by first-year players, and
more advanced players will sound great performing
this piece in cut time. A great technique builder and
motivator, all parts are in first-position with optional
shifts for the bass section.
2703077 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 46.00
Classical Selections
Easy
n Air on the G-StringJ. S. Bach/arr. Gazda. The
famous Bach air is exquisitely arranged for string
orchestra in this gorgeous setting. The violins and
violas all have their own distinct melody lines as
the cellos and basses hold everything together with
their pizzicato low voice part. The audience is sure to
enjoy this recognizable piece and its relaxing nature.
10093768 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Anvil ChorusGiuseppe Verdi/arr. Dabczynski.
The only thing more fun than playing this famous
tune, is playing it with foot stomps and clanging pots
and pans! The famous chorus from "Il Trovatore" will
be a hit with students and audience alike.
2475408 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 46.00
AriosoG.F. Handel/arr. Wagner. A rich and
convincing string sound is assured in this profound
scoring of a favorite concert offering. Care has been
taken to assure that the arrangement is perfectly
playable for young musicians. This piece is one
that will come together quickly, building a feeling of
success, and will make the orchestra sound mature
beyond their years.
10303094 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 46.00
Autumn (from "The Four Seasons")Antonio
Vivaldi/arr. Wagner. Written to celebrate the joys
of harvest, this instantly identifiable theme from
the third concerto of Vivaldi's "Four Seasons" is
a natural for less experienced players. The festive
mood created by the composer is undiminished in
this arrangement that lets you share a masterwork
with your young students. The optional piano
or harpsichord accompaniment adds just the
right amount of Baroque color for an authentic
performance sound.
10065475 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 46.00
Bach Country FiddlesJ.S. Bach/arr. Meyer.
Two classic melodies get the fiddle treatment
in this clever arrangement from Richard Meyer!
The themes from J.S. Bach's "Minuet in G" and
"Brandenburg Concerto #5" work just fine with a
few fiddle licks thrown in! Carefully arranged with
the young performer in mind, this delightful piece
has a "virtuoso sound" but is playable by groups at
the easy level. A selection that's fun for the players
and enjoyable for the audience!
2472796 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 46.00
A Bach FestJohann Sebastian Bach/arr. Bob
Phillips. Centering on J.S. Bach's lovely melodies
for Anna Magdalena, this very easy piece is set in
D Major with no high 3's or forward extensions.
A short "suite" for beginners, the setting provides
practice in a variety of meters and will be a great
first-time festival piece that will sound more difficult
than it plays! Tunes: March, Minuet I-II; Musette.
10280272 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n Bach: Two Joyous ChoralesJ.S. Bach/arr.
McGinty. A wonderful choice for your strings!
Playable at a holiday concert, a classical concert,
a church or even just as warmup chorales! Break
Forth Oh Beauteous Heavenly Light and In Dulci
Jubilo are indeed joyous and, with all parts edited
by string specialist Shirley Strohm-Mullins, they're
the perfect vehicle for teaching young string players
dynamics, articulation and smooth legato bowing.
They're also ideal for the medium-level string group
with limited rehearsal time. It's great music and a
great value!
2469997 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 38.00
Boccherini Minuetarr. Robert Longfield. One of
Boccherini's most famous pieces, this joyful minuet
comes from the third movement of his "Quintet in E
Major." Robert's version is ideally scored for string
ensembles and will make a super program choice.
10185467 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
H Brandenburg Concerto No. 4 (First Move-
ment)J.S. Bach/arr. Leidig. Vernon Leidig's
transcription of this familiar Bach masterpiece is
the perfect vehicle for teaching your students the
detached style of playing required in so much of
the Baroque repertoire.
2194512 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 60.00
Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 (First Move-
ment)Johann Sebastian Bach/arr. Meyer. Now
your younger string players can experience the
contrapuntal delights of this orchestral masterpiece!
The difficult string crossings and the chromatic
development section have been eliminated, but all
of the color and energy of the original remain in
this amazingly authentic-sounding arrangement. All
parts are in first position throughout.
10092388 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 46.00
BrindisiGiuseppe Verdi/arr. John Caponegro.
This familiar toasting song from Verdi's opera
"La Traviata" is presented here in an elegant and
accessible arrangement.
10454929 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
H
Can-CanJacques Offenbach/arr. Meyer.
Here's an all-time favorite that simply sparkles
in this extremely student-friendly arrangement!
Offenbach's high-kicking classic has always been a
real crowd favorite, and this edition adds educational
value for beginning players. Includes some switching
between pizzicato and arco, as well as some spicatto
playing. You can't go wrong with this one! Recorded
by Michigan State University Orchestra on the CD,
Teaching Music Through Performance in Orchestra
Volume 1 - Pepper #5973728.
2375418 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 46.00
5973728 Teaching Music Through
Performance in Orchestra,
Vol. 1, 4 CD Set . . . . . . . . . 49.50
H Canon in D (Theme)Johann Pachelbel/arr.
Caponegro. Now your young string orchestra can
play this famous Pachelbel work with this very clean
arrangement by John Caponegro.
2172716 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Concerto in DAntonio Vivaldi/arr. Bob Phillips.
Perfect for the first time at contest! A very exciting,
high-energy piece, Concerto in D blends the beauty
of Baroque style with the elegance of the classical
guitar repertoire. Though written as a very easy piece
for young strings, this tune will provide your orchestra
a more advanced sound. The parts lay well on each
instrument and are often rhythmically doubled.
A super simple introduction to Baroque sound!
10015192 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 46.00
n Contredanse en Rondeau (from "Diverti-
mento, K. 213")W.A. Mozart/arr. Dackow. This
easy arrangement of the delightful Mozart work is
an excellent way to expose your young strings to
Mozart's genius!
2236081 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Coronation MarchGiacomo Meyerbeer/arr.
Andrew H. Dabczynski. The powerful sound of
this classic march is now approachable for young
players, bringing a spirit of grand excitement to your
concert. An effective vehicle for introducing triplets
to students, it makes a perfect opener or closer that
players and audiences will long remember.
10453630 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 46.00
n Echoes of BartokBela Bartok/arr. Cummings.
Combining themes from two Bartok piano pieces
from his collection For Children, the essence of
Bartok's East European style has been captured
in an arrangement playable by less experienced
string players. This captivating and skillful
arrangement uses Folk Dance and A Magic Game,
combining the two main themes at the end of the
rousing conclusion.
10095962 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
n A Festive MarchG.F. Handel/arr. Wilcott, ed.
Law. Using melodic and harmonic material from
two G. F. Handel marches, this arrangement makes
a fine concert opener or processional. Very playable
for younger students, as it stays in first position
for all parts except basses, yet maintains great
musical integrity. This piece also works well as a
processional or recessional for formal ceremonies
such as graduation.
10370752 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n Finale from "Serenade for Strings"P.I. Tchai-
kovsky/arr. Gruselle. Adapted from Tchaikovsky's
grand work of 1880, much of the structure and
melody of the Finale are here for young players,
and at a manageable tempo. A great selection to
introduce your players to Tchaikovsky.
10307074 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
FinlandiaJean Sibelius/arr. Phillippe. Every
student should get a chance to play this! Sibelius'
Finlandia has stood the test of time to become
a top-tier classical masterwork. This version
makes it accessible to your young string players.
The rich, legato hymn tune will have your players
using full, strong bowstrokes and producing their
best sound yet.
2478022 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 46.00
GavotteArcangelo Corelli/arr. Phillips. Based on
a dance movement from the Corelli Violin Sonata,
this lovely Baroque work uses one key change from
G to D to allow each section to play the melody
on their upper strings. Use the educational packet
provided with each part for technical exercises and
to appreciate the history, theory, and composition
skill of the composer with your young players.
10092372 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
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by directors.
A Beethoven Lullaby—Brian Balmages.
10307082 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
Clash of the Triads!—
arr. Deborah Baker Monday.
10312808 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . .42.00
10312808E String Orchestra ePrint . . . . . . .42.00
Skaters' Waltz—Emile Waldteufel/arr. Meyer.
2346401 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . .42.00
2346401E String Orchestra ePrint . . . . . . .46.00
Barcarolle—
Jacques Offenbach/arr. Richard Meyer.
10453627 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . .42.00
10453627E String Orchestra ePrint . . . . . . .42.00
Ode to Joy—Beethoven/arr. Meyer.
2442614 String Orch or Full Orch. . . . . .59.00
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